EISMA

​Bringing the joy and appreciation of music to Evanston schools since 1971​

Our Mission

Evanston In-School Music Association (EISMA) is a nonprofit arts and education organization dedicated to Inspiring Students, Supporting Local Musicians, and Connecting Community by presenting professional live music programs that bring the joy and appreciation of diverse musical genres to all Evanston elementary and middle school students.

EISMA presents two Concerts for Kids series in the fall and spring each school year. Ensembles perform live in 19 different Evanston schools, sharing musical insights, personal inspiration, and historical and cultural connections. Students sample the full range of musical styles performed by varying combinations of strings, brass, voice, and woodwinds, reflecting the traditions of many eras and cultures. EISMA brings 18 different genres of music to students in school throughout their kindergarten to 8th grade years. ​

Saraswathi Ranganathan Free Community Concert

Posted September 21, 2018​EISMA and the Evanston Public Library are excited to present our Fall FREE COMMUNITY CONCERT FOR ALLwith Saraswathi RanganathanonSunday, November 11from4:00–5:30 PM at the main branch of The Evanston Public Library,1703 Orrington Avenue Evanston, IL 60201